Natures Window

An Uninspiring grey, existing patio terrace, Lack of light and no immediate connection to the wider landscape, our clients wanted a tranquil covered space that offered comfort and entertainment for a young, social couple. Our brief was to design and build a semi open structure that could be flexible throughout the changing seasons and most importantly, frame the amazing woodland backdrop view.

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CL specified a local Larch timber for the main elements of this build, The rafters, decking and vertical tongue and groove cladding. Given the architectural style of the main dwelling, Our design remained in context, Modern, with a touch of sleek Scandinavian simplicity, with an emphasis on function and beauty, the space Is minimal and offers clean vertical lines of structure, with glimpses of air and light, tempting the user to connect with the wider landscape.

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We can safely say we are professional’s at adding Oak dowels to decks, Every single screw on this project has been disguised using timber plugs, it was a pain staking effort but the end result looks seamless. In addition, the internal space has been uplifted with a burst of Mediterranean green tiles that surround the Bar and Log burning stove, a classy detail that just softens the timbers, otherwise, overriding presence.

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As part of this scheme, CL helped our clients incorporate a small area for growing their own produce, Herb and vegetable beds dotted along the near by patio. The design was influenced by nature, our lower decking takes the form of a leaf. Given the slightly raised lower deck, The bank that surrounds have been planted with wildflower. A selection of potted plants dot the deck and steps to help attract pollinators to the new green space.